Ludhiana: Temporary fixes fail as Mint Ghumri Chowk road caves in again

A portion of road near Mint Ghumri Chowk on Model Town–Deep Hospital Road collapsed on July 28, 2026, following brief rain.

This is the third cave-in at the spot since a major water pipeline burst beneath the stretch in August-September 2025.

A motorcycle got stuck but no injuries occurred; residents and activist Arvind Sharma helped the rider.

Locals allege temporary patchwork never fixed the underlying problem, leading to repeated cave-ins during monsoon.

Residents demand a detailed technical inspection and permanent solution, citing recurring structural failure.